16th Annual Percussion Extravaganza! “Lifting the World to Peace” Saturday, March 25th, 2017 1:30 pm Mills Concert Hall Tom Sharpe We are so excited to announce our 16th annual Percussion Extravaganza! This year will be unlike any other as WYSO’s Percussion Ensemble takes the stage with internationally recognized performer, composer, and percussionist Tom Sharpe. In […]

by HPBonfiglio SOUTH HAVEN – If you’ve seen former Styx frontman Dennis DeYoung or Mannheim Steamroller in concert during the past decade, it would be easy to confuse Tom Sharpe as the drummer. Until recently, he did sit behind the drum kit for both of those bands. But in that same decade, the multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and […]

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Tom’s unique style and energetic performance captivated both the students and standing room only audience of over 900.

Waubonsie Valley High School, Aurora IL

Watching Tom perform is as amazing as the sounds he produces. He uses his entire body and spiritual aura to embrace the instruments.

Robert Morris University, Chicago IL

Vibrant with the energy of creation. A mix that cries out for divine movement…an unforgettable performance.

Yoga Chicago

A rare talent performing in our midst.

Margene Pappas, Oswego High School, Oswego, IL

A show where anything is possible.

The Daily Herald, Chicago IL

Tom really brings the music to life. He knocked everyone out at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Powerful elements of sound and rhythm. It is very cool.

Brian Rothschild, The John Lennon Songwriting Contest

Tom’s music is original and exceptional and his performances are highly recommended.

Carolyn Brode, Gorton Center for the Performing Arts

A daytime performance of just a single song left both panelists and attendees talking for three days afterwards.

The Nashville New Music Conference, Nashville, TN

“Hosting a Tom Sharpe show was an honor for Trinity House Theatre. His music crosses genres mixing in elements of world, classical and rock. His performance was captivating and left the audience wanting more…..We look forward to having him back on our stage.” – Trinity House Theatre

Trinity House Theatre

He is a true artist, creating his own music in a manner fitting to the desires of the audience while stretching their imagination.

Benedictine University, Lisle, Il

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About Tom Sharpe

Tom Sharpe's music is a percussive symphony - a sonic and visual feast for the senses. A classically trained musician, Tom has dramatically blended his orchestral background with world music instrumentation and cinematic imagery to create an experience that invites the listener into the heart of the musical moment.